Experts in Cruise Illness Claims
We specialise in helping victims of injury claim the compensation they deserve
Cruise Illness Claims
For many people, their cruise is a holiday they worked hard for, so falling ill on board is hugely disappointing. The cause of every outbreak of illness on a cruise is not mistakes or negligence. But if you think your sickness could have been avoided, The Compensation Experts may be able to help.
You have two years from when you fell ill to claim compensation if doing so under the Athens Convention 1974, or three years if claiming under Package Travel Regulations. Your lawyer will advise which option is more suitable for your circumstances, so get in touch today.
What is a Cruise Illness Claim
Operators of cruise liners know that illness can quickly spread when people are in a limited space. Therefore they need to take the proper hygiene and handling precautions to minimise an outbreak of illness.
Examples of cruise illness include:
- Norovirus
- E-coli
- Legionnaire’s disease
- Gastroenteritis and other diseases that cause vomiting and diarrhoea
- Salmonella
Clients have claimed compensation from consuming contaminated food onboard their cruise. And where the operators did not take reasonable steps to warn passengers of an illness risk before boarding. They also did not make every attempt to contain an outbreak.
We can also assist with your claim for compensation if you have had an accident on a cruise or ferry, with average payments depending on the nature and extent of your injury.
Compensation Claims for Cruise Illness
We understand if, having fallen ill on a dream holiday, that you just want to forget how badly you felt and put the whole episode behind you, but why should you? You have a right to be compensated for a holiday ruined by an illness that could have been avoided if another party had not been negligent or remiss in their procedures.
Claiming compensation is about getting recognition for the suffering you have endured, while the money you receive could go towards another, better, cruise, or cover unexpected expenses like reasonable private medical treatment, or lost income through being unable to work while you are recovering.
You don’t have to be ready to make a claim to talk to The Compensation Experts. We understand starting a legal process is something most people are unfamiliar with, which is why we avoid using legal and medical jargon and make sure you’re kept up to date every step of the way.
Ready to Proceed?
If you decide to proceed with your claim, we will pair you with a specialist personal injury lawyer who has the experience you need to make a successful application. We offer a No Win No Fee* service to make claiming compensation accessible to everyone, not only those with the financial ability to pay legal fees upfront.
Phone The Compensation Experts today, or fill in our online form and ask us to call at a suitable time for you. We’re waiting to help you get the compensation you deserve.
*conditions may apply
Am I eligible?
If you have been harmed physically in the last 3 years, due to someone else’s negligence, the short answer is yes.
Exceptions to this are for instance industrial disease or if you were a child at the time of the accident. In these cases you may then have a longer period to claim.
Find out moreHow much could I claim?
As every injury is different, the amount of compensation paid out can also differ case to case. Varying factors lead to the final figure. These include: extent of your injuries, loss of earnings, future losses and more.
Our dedicated team of experts will give you an indication of how much you could potentially claim for.
Find out moreHow does the process work?
We understand that when making a claim it’s important to know what to expect and when to expect it. That’s why we make the process as transparent & clear as possible.
Your solicitor will gather all the evidence. They will then notify the negligent party that you wish to begin claim proceedings. With your solicitor negotiating on your behalf, you will be up to date every step of the way.
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